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49th School of Whitewater Paddling

Turner Bend Campground 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, United States

Planning for the 2025 ACC School of Whitewater Paddling event is well underway.  Registration opens March 1, 2025. When:  May 2- May 4, 2025 Where:  The Mulberry River, based at Turner Bend's Round […]

4th Annual Gravelfest for MS

Bentonville Bike Camp 8658 Spanker Rd., Bentonville, United States

Gravelfest for MS: May 3-4, 2025 Event Overview: Gravelfest for MS is a fun, two-day gravel biking event with routes tailored to all levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. The event […]

Leatherwood Gravity Challenge

Lake Leatherwood 14582 US-62, Eureka Springs, United States

Leatherwood Gravity Challenge This thrilling event will showcase the best of Downhill Mountain Biking located right here in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It will be an adrenaline pumping mix of technical […]

Velocity Park Dedication

Velocity Park 325 Valley Street, Hot Springs, United States

Join the City of Hot Springs Parks and Trails Department in the dedication of Velocity Park at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, at 325 Valley Street. There will be […]

Bike City Fondo

Walker Park 10 W 15th St, Fayetteville, AR, United States

What is the Bike City Fondo? Do you love to ride?  This event has options for everyone!  Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, […]

Snowball Adventure Race

The Old Snowball House 128 River Rd,, Snowball, AR, United States

Come join us for the adventure of a lifetime!  The Snowball Adventure Race is the only one of its kind to be hosted in Searcy County, Arkansas.  This adventure will […]

Monday Night Paddle & Dinner

William Kirsch Preserve within Ranch North Woods 8803 Ranch Drive, Little Rock, United States

We will do a flat water paddle on Monday night, 5/12/25. We'll be meeting at The Ranch North Woods. Our plan, as of now, is to paddle to the floating […]

Family Fest: Into the Wild

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, United States

Experience nature’s wonders through interactive artmaking, outdoor adventures, and hands-on activities as we celebrate the opening weekend of The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America […]

Southwest Trail in Saline County Groundbreaking

Across the street from Little Sprouts Academy 14803 N. Sardis Rd, Mabelvale, United States

We’re breaking ground on the first segment of the Southwest Trail in Saline County! Join us Wednesday, May 14, at 10:30 A.M. as we celebrate the start of a 2.5-mile […]

Pink’s Adult Bike Night

Clinton Presidential Library Parking Lot 1200 President Clinton Ave, Little Rock, United States

Friends, we are ready to party on bikes!!! “Pinks Ride” is back. MAY 16th @ 7:00 PM - rolling at 7:30 PM ••come early for goodies, while they last•• Meet […]

Rule of Three

Fly Oz Club 3100 Price Coffee Rd,, Bentonville, United States

Come Early and Stay Late! Tuesday 5/13:  Bentonville’s legendary TNT group ride leaving from Bentonville Rapha Clubhouse at 5:55 pm, will be a Rule of Three styled 2ish hours of […]

Miles for Mary Ann

Two Rivers Park 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

This is a special Run/Walk event to remember our friend, Mary Ann Hansen.  We will be meeting at Two Rivers Park. The course will progress along the River Trail around […]

Dirtsurferz Enduro Arkansas 2025

Great Passion Play 935 Passion Play Rd, Eureka Springs, United States

2025 DIRTSURFERZ ENDURO | The Great Passion Play Trails | Eureka Springs, AR  May 16th - 18th The Dirtsurferz Enduro is a three day Premium Onewheel Trail Racing Experience!  Stages will […]

Double Barrel Gravel Ride

Benton County Quail Barn 11670 W Highway 72, Bentonville, United States

Get ready for the most epic adventure in NWA - the Double Barrel Gravel Ride is back and bigger than ever! Phat Tire Bike Shop and the Benton County Quails […]

Ride of Silence – Little Rock

Bernice Gardens 1401 S Main St, Little Rock, United States

​The Ride of Silence is an annual international cycling event that honors cyclists who have been injured or killed while riding on public roadways. Participants engage in a silent, slow-paced ride—typically not […]

Ride of Silence – Honoring Cyclists Lost and Injured

Conway Station Park - Boys and Girls Club 1405 Robins St,, Conway, United States

Join Conway Advocates for Bicycling for the Ride of Silence, a solemn, slow-paced group ride to honor bicyclists who have been killed or injured while riding on public roads. This […]

Feel the Burn Trail Runs

Burns Park - Boy Scout Trailhead 4700 Joe K. Poch Dr,, North Little Rock, AR, United States

The Feel The Burn Trail Runs include 10K, 30K, and 50K distances through the dense yet scenic forests of Burns Park, located in North Little Rock, Arkansas. This year we […]

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